Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Location: Itasca, IL

Job Type:

Company Name: Landmark of Itaska (2)

Organizational Name: Landmark of Itaska (2)

As a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and support to our residents. With a passion for customer service and a focus on individualized care, you will strive to make a positive impact on our residents' lives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide routine daily nursing care and services to residents, including bathing, hair and nail hygiene, dental and mouth care, and assisting with dressing and undressing
• Record entries on flow sheets, notes, charts, and other documentation in a descriptive and informative manner
• Report changes in residents' conditions to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse immediately
• Assist residents with bowel and bladder functions, as well as incontinent residents with cleaning and drying
• Support residents in preparing for activities, social events, and appointments
• Maintain and record accurate weights and measurements of residents
• Respond promptly to residents' call lights
• Check residents' personal care needs and report any issues

Role Responsibilities – Food Service:

• Prepare residents for meals, including taking them to the bathroom, washing their hands, and positioning tables
• Record residents' food and fluid intake and report changes in their eating habits or consumption
• Perform after-meal care, including cleaning residents' hands, face, and clothing

Role Responsibilities – Safety and Infection Control:

• Immediately notify the Supervisor of any resident leaving or missing from the facility
• Follow all safety and OSHA precautions when performing duties
• Report accidents, safety violations, hazardous conditions, and defective equipment
• Follow established fire, disaster, and evacuation policies and procedures

Role Responsibilities – Resident Care/Dignity:

• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information and comply with HIPAA standards
• Ensure all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect
• Uphold compliance with all rules regarding Residents' Rights
• Immediately report allegations of misappropriation of resident property according to facility policy

Qualifications:

• Must possess a minimum of a GED or High School Diploma
• Must have and maintain an active searchable Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state in which the facility resides
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult situations
• Must create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, care, and support for residents
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of thirty-five pounds
• Must meet health assessment requirements set forth by the policies of this facility and the state

Working Environment:

• May be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions
• May be exposed to blood, body fluids, or tissues
• May be subject to handling hazardous chemicals, including tobacco smoke